Tick Species

About Brown Dog Ticks Brown dog ticks get their name from their color as well as their preference of dogs as hosts. They are found indoors and outdoors and can establish large populations indoors within a short period. Brown dog ticks are vectors of serious diseases such as Rocky Mountain spotted fever. Appearance The lack […]

About Blacklegged Ticks Otherwise called deer ticks, blacklegged ticks are small parasitic insects known for the spread of diseases such as Lyme disease. They are closely related to spiders. In areas where they are found, ticks are active throughout all seasons, especially when the temperatures are above the freezing point. Appearance Blacklegged ticks are tiny